Description
These Mini McGriddle Bites offer a delightful combination of fluffy pancake batter, savory sausage, and melty cheddar cheese, all baked into convenient bite-sized treats. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a kid-friendly snack, they are infused with a touch of maple syrup and brown sugar for a hint of sweetness that complements the savory ingredients beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Fillings
- 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Other
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the bites do not stick during baking.
- Mix Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, milk, egg, and maple syrup until you achieve a smooth, homogeneous batter with no lumps.
- Add Fillings: Gently stir in the crumbled cooked breakfast sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and brown sugar into the batter, making sure everything is evenly incorporated.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into each mini muffin cup, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the bites turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the mini bites to cool slightly in the tin before carefully removing them. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by extra maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use maple-flavored sausage in place of traditional breakfast sausage.
- Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter, leaner option without sacrificing taste.
- These bites freeze well; reheat them in the microwave for about 30 seconds for a quick and convenient breakfast.
